CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-02-10). Hazards: fire. About 68,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04081 |
| Published | 2004-02-10 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-27 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder |
| Firm named in the title | Dollar Tree Stores Inc. |
| Firms | Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, VA (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 68,400 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, and Dollar Bills retail stores nationwide, from September 2003 through October 2003, for $1. |
Description
The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."
Hazard
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Remedy
Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
Incidents and injuries
Dollar Tree received six reports of candles producing excessive flame and/or igniting. Three of these reports involved minor injuries and three involved minor property damage.
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